Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Today I'm looking to the past and the romantic nostalgia that comes with it. I love using vintage pieces from both my family as well as Js. Whether it be jewelry, coats, hats, clutches or china, silver and gold rimmed glassware. It all takes me back and reminds me of a simpler time and of loved ones lost. And I cherish each and every piece.

My parents recently told me that they have some vintage costume jewelry and a beautiful Japanese tea set from my grandmother that they'd like to pass onto me & my sister. And I couldn't be more touched to be given the opportunity to own some more of her things. She was such a wonderful woman, I can't really describe in words how incredible she was, and she had such exquisite taste and I'm truly grateful to be given the opportunity to own any bit of her.

How about you all? Do you all have things passed on from loved ones? If so, what's your most treasured item?

I think my favorite is a round mirror which was a wedding present to my paternal grandparents and I now have it in my possession. I need to get it cleaned and the backing changed but it's beautiful in itself and as a reminder of an event that essentially led to my being here! xoxox

How wonderful! I can't say I've collected things passed on from generation to generation, but I deeply cherish the gifts I've received from my grandparents, parents, family in general. They put so much thought into this, as I do too, and it's always so moving when I receive a present from any of them. xoAda

Family heirlooms are the best! They have so much meaning and you really do cherish them. They put a smile on your face when you look at them. Although not expensive, my grandmother left some jewelry that I cherish. She loved her pearls and chunky necklaces. When I look at them or wear them, I often think about her. Have a great Wednesday Dawn.http://www.averysweetblog.com/

So love reading this. You know, it's strange, it's reading a post like this that makes me realize...I don't really have any things like that?! Perhaps I'll have to be the one to start the tradition in my family for future generations to come ;)

It's wonderful to have something that reminds you of your grandma. I don't have anything like that yet, although there's something special my parents kept for me and are planning to bring it over some day (we live in different countries now, which makes thing a bit more complicated at times...)

Some of my most cherished possession are those passed on to my from loved ones. So many memories in them. it is funny, because I just started reading Happier at Home (by Gretchen Rubin) and was just on the chapter where she was discussing this very thing.

Its an amazing feeling I agree with you, I have some jewels from my Grandmother, she is still alive and I feel so connected to her even though we live in two different continents!!!Hope your week is going great dear?Have a beautiful Thursday and take care lovely!